The iconic Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani movie – which released on 31 May 2013, completes 8 years today.
Backed by an impressive ensemble cast – Ranbir Kapoor, Deepika Padukone, Aditya Roy Kapur and Kalki Koechlin, YJHD is one of the most feel-good Bollywood movies.
From wanderlust and carpe diem to the ever-evolving bond of friendship – YJHD beautifully explored multiple themes. On the movie’s 8 year celebration, let’s throwback to some amazing scenes that unfortunately didn’t make the cut!
9 Deleted Scenes from Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani:
1) Naina And Her Mom Buying Groceries
Here we can see Naina being frustrated by her Mom as they keep bickering over which groceries to buy.
2) Manali : Group Checks Into Hotel
Here we can see the group checking into the hotel. When Aditi decides to choose Naina as her roommate, Avi playfully warns Naina to be careful, saying that Aditi likes girls.
3) Train : Middle Of The Night
Naina gets up at night to let Bunny sleep in the bunk, but he declines. He can be seen staring wistfully from the train’s door.
4) Choosing Teams
Another deleted scene which goes more into detail about how Bunny and Avi pick their respective teammates. While Aditi declares she’s joining Avi’s team before he chooses anyone else, Naina and Bunny share intense eye contact before he calls out Lara.
5) Aditi Breaks Down
Aditi is heartbroken over Avi and has a mini breakdown. Naina consoles her and hugs her tightly!
6) Bhutha Parbat
The Bhutha Parbat myth deleted scene goes more in detail about the tale of the guy and the girl who’re haunting the spot. It makes Naina and Bunny curious to make the climb.
7) Bunny and Naina Explore Udaipur
A beautiful scene THAT SHOULD HAVE been in the movie! Bunny and Naina have a sweet heart-to-heart about their dynamic with their parents and the concept of attachment and love! Naina tells Bunny to give his travel book to her and see if he finds solace. When Bunny asks Naina if she can part with her Ganpati idol, she sweetly keeps it in his bag – a token of her attachment.
8) Morning of Haldi Ceremony
Bunny wants to ditch the Haldi ceremony to go explore Udaipur but Naina manages to convince him otherwise. Naina-Bunny share a sweet, flirty moment as she promises him that he will have fun in the wedding.
9) Bunny Meets Naina’s Mom
A really funny scene that they should’ve kept! Bunny thinks Naina is in the shower and starts making flirty comments. Turns out Naina’s Mom is in the shower – so awkward first meeting ensues!